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important

[im-pawr-tnt] / ɪmˈpɔr tnt /




ADJECTIVE
having personal or emotional value
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Cost of living remains the most important factor in determining residents’ quality of life, a measure that fell from 2025 rankings, the survey found.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

Carr says there has been a tendency to "wave the banner of success" when things are going well in the industry, but it's important for support to be there when things aren't so good.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

That makes it important for investors to understand any potential AI bottlenecks.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

Local elections across England, Scotland and Wales, normally ignorable on the global stage, this time will offer some important clues about Britain’s future.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

I didn’t know what it was, but I knew it was important.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler




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